Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy

Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy — practice question

A stone with mass $0.30\,\text{kg}$ is projected straight downward at a speed of $20\,\text{m s}^{-1}$ from a point $12\,\text{m}$ above the ground. It moves vertically until it reaches the ground. Air resistance may be ignored. What is the kinetic energy of the stone immediately before it hits the ground?

  • A$25\,\text{J}$
  • B$35\,\text{J}$
  • C$60\,\text{J}$
  • D$95\,\text{J}$

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